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♪My feelings lay deep in my heart♪

♪Till you wandered by♪

♪Effortlessly♪

♪With just a smile, you awakened me♪

♪I once buried my truth out of sight♪

♪Yet your intuition traced its light♪

♪How lucky to be♪

♪The one you see♪

♪Our hearts close the distance between us♪

♪Every word in daily life spells our chemistry♪

♪And just for now, I wanna hold you tight♪

♪Come let me see you in the morning light♪

♪If our eyes can't hold back love's tide♪

♪Let it storm the air♪

♪Stay with me♪

♪Eye to eye♪

♪Come feel my heart♪

♪Burning bright♪

♪A heartbeat shared in perfect harmony♪

♪Every stroke of ink screams I miss you♪

[Eat Run Love]

[Adapted from Chen Zhiyao's novel, Materialistic Romance]

♪So don't let me go♪

[Episode 11]

Qin Yu.

Jeez, you scared me!

I thought you'd miss the train.

Sorry, Qin Yu.

I won't cut it this close next time.

I haven't seen my boyfriend in ages.

I got too excited just now.

I get it.

Long-distance relationships, you know.

When you finally meet, nothing else matters.

I'm going to the restroom.

Hello?

Tong, you on the train?

Yeah.

I should've told you earlier.

Then we could've met in the waiting room.

Tong, don't dwell on it.

I was already happy just seeing you.

Me too.

After meeting investors in Hangzhou,

I want to go home.

It's not far.

I haven't been home in almost half a year.

I'll be in Xiamen after that.

And then...

Hello?

Hello?

Hey, can you hear me?

Gan Yang?

Hey, Tong?

Tong?

Hello? Can you hear me?

Why are you holding your phone like that?

There's no signal.

I thought standing near the door might help.

Love makes people so foolish.

We're going through a tunnel.

Hello?

Hey, can you hear me?

Yes.

You know what,

I just did something really dumb.

Me too.

When you didn't respond,

I thought my phone was broken.

Turns out we were in a tunnel.

I actually ran out searching for signal.

How come we both

did the exact same dumb thing?

Tong,

I bet Dr. Chen would regret investing in me

if he saw me like this.

[Inbox: You have a new email]

Gotta go.

I need to get back to work.

Sure, go ahead.

I really wish you were here.

Then I could give you a hug.

Tong,

the signal cut out.

What did you say?

Never mind. I'm going to work.

Tong, wait.

I really want to hug you too.

Bye.

Bye.

[Long-distance relationship: Day 82.]

In a minute.

Come on in.

I brought you cake and bubble tea.

Hey,

you didn't have to.

I'm not sure

about the investor's presentation.

I want you to help me review it.

Coffee.

This is Luo Wen's compiled report

on provincial natural gas policies.

Give it to Ding Zhitong and have her organize it.

Huang always focuses on policy shifts.

He'll probably ask about it this afternoon.

Okay, I got it.

Basically, those are the issues.

But overall, it's very good.

Thanks, Qin Yu.

Ding Zhitong, I did deliver the materials.

You weren't in your room.

Ding Zhitong,

this presentation is crucial for your rating this week.

Do a good job.

One misstep,

and your position at Hetai will be in jeopardy.

Ms. Dai, I'm sorry.

Don't think you're safe

just because Huang approved.

There's a discrepancy in the data

regarding the release time.

It shows you're not completely familiar with the materials.

Your rating for this week

is one star.

Tong, this is my breakfast.

A bowl of noodles,

some fruit,

and this, oyster omelet.

Tong,

look how beautiful the view is from this running track in Xiamen.

We should come here next time.

Gan Yang,

plans changed at the last minute.

Can't make it back to my mom's place tonight.

I miss her.

Our company

has a professional R&D team.

Mr. Chen,

may I step out for a moment?

You,

whenever your girlfriend calls, you're off like a shot.

Well, I have a veteran like you to hold the fort.

If you approve of this contract,

I'll be completely at ease.

Go on then. Hurry back.

Alright, I'll be right back.

Quality remains our top priority.

Hey.

Tong,

I know you're upset.

You don't have to hide your emotions from me.

You noticed.

You're smiling,

but it doesn't seem very relaxed.

Want to talk about it?

Ms. Dai had a client meeting in Hangzhou,

so I could've gone home.

But the client canceled,

so now we're going to Jinan tonight.

And I got a one-star rating this week.

They're wrapping up the meeting.

I'll go check.

Go ahead. Work comes first.

Okay. Bye.

Bye.

It's okay.

Being a mom means having endless worries.

Tong.

Mom, I might not make it back today.

My boss suddenly said we're going to Jinan.

You're not coming?

It's fine. Work comes first.

It's okay if you can't come back.

She's not coming back?

I told Feng Sheng you'd be back tonight

to bring him some things.

Sorry, Ms. Liu.

A last-minute change. Maybe next time.

No worries.

You're busy. Take care of yourself.

I'll make that kid come get it himself.

Mom, I think my colleague is here.

Gotta go.

I should get some time off after this project.

I'll come see you then. Bye.

It won't be done till Chinese New Year.

Have you almost finished packing?

Well, you can stop it.

Ms. Dai just texted, saying we'll stay here tonight.

She asked me to change her flight.

We'll fly to Jinan tomorrow.

Changed again?

Who knows?

Maybe she's meeting some client.

You'll have to call your mom again to change the plan.

I won't.

Don't want to disappoint her again

if things change.

That's true. Good thing we didn't check out yet.

Unpack your bags.

I'm leaving.

Bye.

Hello?

Hello, is that Ms. Ding Zhitong?

Who is this?

There's a delivery at the hotel entrance.

Could you come down to pick it up?

Delivery?

I... I'll be right down.

Sure.

Gan Yang, did you buy me something again?

Guess who I am.

Li Shuai? Zhou Jie?

Who is Li Shuai?

And who is Zhou Jie?

You know quite a few guys.

Why are you here?

They're my childhood friends.

They happened to come over today.

Then let me meet them sometime.

I'd like to get to know them.

Well, how about today?

Wait, they're real?

What do you think?

You believed that?

I did.

You're so gullible.

Put me down.

Put me down.

Tong,

I can finally hold you again.

Too many people here. Put me down.

So what?

Can't I hold my girlfriend?

My colleagues are staying here too.

I'll drive you home tonight.

We'll have the whole night together.

I just need to grab my laptop. Wait for me.

Go ahead.

What's wrong?

I didn't even get to tell you

I could go home today.

How did you know?

Or did you get Ms. Dai to change the plans?

Mr. Chen,

do you know Dai Bola from Hetai Securities?

I kind of remember.

She's approached me a few times.

Could you arrange to meet her in Hangzhou tonight?

I asked the investor to invite Ms. Dai.

My boyfriend is really amazing.

Then I'll go get my laptop.

- Wait for me. - Okay.

Go ahead.

I'm back.

Here, snacks for the road.

You bought so much.

And all my favorites.

Thank you.

Don't mention it.

It's just what a boyfriend should do.

But this is so much.

I'll only be home for an hour.

It's okay.

You can take the leftovers back to Shanghai.

Okay.

Fasten your seatbelt.

♪Every shining, shining day♪

Hold on tight.

♪Moon and stars now share your rhythm♪

♪Every shining, shining day♪

♪I am gonna open my heart♪

♪Welcome to♪

♪My world♪

Are you sure you're not coming in?

I'll pass. I have things to do.

Alright, I'm heading in.

Wait.

♪Appear in such a cold season♪

♪Like a cup of warm milk♪

Here.

♪I'm waiting for you♪

These are...?

These are for your mom.

I wasn't sure what to get

or if she'd like them.

♪Thinking of you for countless nights♪

She'll love them.

♪I want to greet the sunrise in your embrace♪

Then I'll thank you on her behalf.

♪Under the same azure sea♪

I'm off.

Go ahead.

Bye.

Bye.

♪You and I♪

Mom, I'm home.

Mom?

Ma'am,

a pancake, please.

I want it with sausage and egg.

I'm closing up.

- Closing up. - So early today?

You usually stay open till 10:30 PM.

You often get dizzy.

I was afraid you couldn't handle it.

Let me do it.

Don't bother.

Let me.

Hechun,

you're so lucky.

Your daughter's beautiful,

successful, and filial.

Not like mine.

All she does is play around.

My daughter is very busy usually.

After graduating from Qingbei University,

she joined some finance company.

She's always flying around

and barely comes home.

Qingbei University?

That's impressive.

Then I'm lucky today

to have a pancake made by such a genius.

Sir, I'll have some tofu.

Coming.

"Genius Special" pancake.

Here you go.

Thank you.

Ma'am, I'll have a five-yuan pancake.

Sorry, we're closed.

Alright then.

Why did you come back suddenly?

My work was canceled.

If I didn't come back, I wouldn't know you were here selling pancakes.

Have you had dinner?

No.

Let's go. I'll make your favorite chicken wings.

Let's close up.

- Okay. - Don't worry about it.

The braised chicken wings are ready.

So much food.

How can we two finish it all?

It's okay. Leftovers for me tomorrow.

Come on,

have some chicken wings.

Let's see if you've still

got the touch.

You're making me nervous now.

Delicious.

Only you can make them like this.

Have more then.

Mom,

it's turning into noodle salad.

Fine, no more. Eat up.

Mom, let's make a deal.

What deal?

I know it's not realistic to stop you

from selling pancakes immediately.

So three conditions.

First,

no working on windy or rainy days.

Second,

no working when it's too hot.

Lastly,

if you feel even slightly unwell, you stay home.

Deal?

Fine.

Whatever you say.

You agreed too easily.

But I know you won't listen.

You know what,

I added Ms. Zhang on WeChat.

I asked her to keep an eye on you.

If you break the rules,

I'll take leave and come supervise you myself.

I'd lose several thousand yuan then.

I'll listen, I promise.

Now you're even threatening your mother.

I wouldn't dare.

Are the chicken wings too salty?

No.

Good?

Don't rush back next time you're busy.

Travel exhausts you.

Don't worry.

One home-cooked meal

makes it all worth it.

And what's this?

Spiced beef.

Keep it refrigerated.

It's getting late. Don't see me off.

I'll grab a cab to the train station.

Of course I'll see you off.

Take care.

Mom, don't see me off. It's so late.

Let me walk you a bit farther. It's so dark.

I can go by myself.

You should go back and rest.

Alright.

Text me when you arrive.

Sure. I'm leaving.

Eat properly.

Got it.

What a coincidence.

I'm off today and just came back to see my parents.

Have you eaten?

Wait, that's not right.

Of course she's eaten. It's so late.

A new Counter-Strike cosplay place opened near Pujiang.

This week we're doing dept team-building. Wanna come?

No. Don't take that one-star rating

to heart.

Gan Yang.

Tong.

I thought you had things to do.

Why are you still waiting here?

I can take a cab by myself.

I said I was busy.

But I didn't say it was all work.

Put your stuff in the car.

I'll take you somewhere.

Where?

You'll see.

Almost there.

Are we there yet?

Almost.

Stop.

Did you make all of these?

Yeah.

So this is

what kept you busy?

One more thing for you.

Did you get this from making these?

Be more careful next time.

Alright.

For me?

Let me put it on you.

Do you like it?

Yes.

Does it look good?

Absolutely.

No matter what rating you get,

you're always the brightest star in my sky.

♪How I long to stay with you♪

♪Through every dawn and every dusk♪

♪Just us two, the world fades♪

♪Clock hands melting into dust♪

♪How I long to stay with you♪

♪To cradle love's last ember's glow♪

♪But how to seal this heartache tight?♪

♪Words of love♪

♪Half whispered, half untold♪

♪Listen, the night sighs low♪

♪Storm clouds creep in slow♪

♪I ache to hold you near♪

♪Yet fear♪

♪To let you brave the rain♪

♪Winds carry my confession♪

♪Which line should I rewrite♪

♪To keep♪

♪Our tale alive?♪

♪How I long to stay with you♪

♪Through every dawn and every dusk♪

Tong.

Tong?

♪Just us two, the world fades♪

We're here.

♪Clock hands melting into dust♪

That was fast.

You were sleeping so soundly.

I didn't want to wake you up.

But if you keep sleeping like this,

you'll be sore all over tomorrow.

Go upstairs now.

You'll be busy tomorrow.

Will you be okay driving back alone?

I can handle it.

With you energizing me,

I'm feeling so fresh now.

Go back.

I'll see you in Shanghai.

I'll be waiting for you there.

Okay.

I'm leaving.

♪Don't♪

- Bye. - Bye.

♪Don't wake me yet♪

Gan Yang.

♪From dreams burnt to ash♪

I almost forgot.

♪To hold you tight♪

Take this.

It's food made by my mom. Take it.

Alright, thank her for me.

I'll visit her in person next time.

♪Let the lone star♪

Tong, you forgot to take this.

♪To rush toward♪

♪The one and only you♪

I'm really leaving now.

Bye.

Gan Yang, something's wrong.

[Real Skill or Just Hype?] Running Shoes News

[The Truth Behind Wu Xun's Championship] Is questioning us,

saying Wu Xun won because of his skills,

not because of the shoes he wore.

Now many people are asking me

if we're just hyping things up.

Mr. Chen.

I'm about to withdraw my investment, and you're smiling?

Mr. Chen, I believe you'll make your own judgment.

I've booked tickets to Beijing.

I sincerely invite you to come with me to Beijing

to visit Wang Yi's and my lab.

[Beijing]

I believe everyone has seen our data.

It already surpasses

the standards of some companies in the industry.

I'm also a marathon enthusiast myself.

If I wore these shoes,

I definitely wouldn't win the championship.

Mr. Chen.

Try the coffee.

Okay.

Thanks.

A runner...

You can't believe

those rumors online.

It's all Shuchi's doing.

Whether I believe it or not

depends on whether you can handle this.

If you can't even

handle a crisis like this,

no matter how good your tech is, I can't invest.

That's just throwing money away.

Thank you all.

That's a very insightful comment.

Which platform should we release the video on?

They spread rumors on industry platforms.

We'll release it on public platforms.

Post it on Matching

and all major social media.

That way, more people will see it.

Maybe our data

can attract more investment?

Right, Mr. Chen?

Then we'll await

your decision.

Your coffee is really good.

A runner

doesn't win championships

just with good running shoes.

[Forrest] It takes daily training

and years of dedication.

I sincerely hope that those who quietly shine

will gain more attention.

I also hope that our running shoes

can help them

and never fail those who keep striving forward.

Hey look!

Shuchi's getting roasted online.

Stay calm.

No need to get excited

over expected outcomes.

Easy now.

Dr. Chen probably won't withdraw his investment now, right?

They're saying you're awesome.

I saw your video.

You were shining in it.

My boyfriend is incredible.

You told me to stay calm,

but you're grinning like a fool.

[Love you]

You wouldn't understand, as you don't even have a girlfriend.

[Professional investment advisor, cutting-edge team]

Nothing beats being back in the office.

Wait, have I been gaslighted by work?

How come I find the office comfortable?

You've been gaslighted pretty badly.

Ding Zhitong,

go get the bank statements for Huang and Liu.

Got it.

Looks like Ms. Dai favors you.

Keep it up.

I will.

[Hetai Securities (Shanghai)]

Go for it.

[Email: Company Rating]

[Weekly Evaluation]

[Ding Zhitong]

[Five-star]

[Xu Wei Concert]

[Gan Yang]

Hello?

Tong, go to the concert.

I'm still at the office. Guess I can't make it.

And I'd rather watch with you.

Then I have another surprise for you.

I just got off the plane

and I'm in a cab now.

If we start out at the same time,

we should make it.

You're in Shanghai?

Then I'll leave now.

Did you get tickets?

Not yet.

Just saw the notice after landing.

How about this?

I'll go there first

and see if anyone is reselling them.

Don't bother.

We'll listen outside.

It's the same wherever we are.

Okay, see you soon.

See you soon.

One, two, three, cheese. One more.

Thanks, sir.

No problem.

Tong.

Tong.

Gan Yang.

[Xanadu]

Since I've been with Gan Yang,

I feel like I've truly gained the courage to be free.

Meeting Tong,

I realized

that her joy is my joy,

and her sadness is mine too.

I guess

this is what love is.

Tong, you go inside and change first.

Don't catch a cold.

I'll be right out.

Wait for me.

Alright.

Take your time.

Tong,

where are you going so late?

My boyfriend came back with me.

He got soaked. I'm bringing him a towel.

Will you be coming back then?

Yeah.

Alright, be careful.

Have some water. Don't get sick.

Okay.

You should dry off too.

It seems the rain won't stop anytime soon.

Perfect.

Then you'll have to stay with me a little longer.

I want that too.

It's so late.

What time is your flight tomorrow?

At 11:00 AM tomorrow.

Then you won't get to Beijing until afternoon.

Will you make it in time for the exam?

Probably.

And I've already talked to Mr. Hu.

He knows I'm busy with the lab work out of town.

As long as I make it before the exam starts,

he won't give me a hard time.

So

you're really good

with people.

Maybe it's because they sense my sincerity.

And it makes them want to be friends with me.

I met a few engineers in Xiamen.

They thought I was a good guy

and even gave me the bottom-line price.

See? This way of doing things

saves a lot of hassle.

That's insightful.

I should approach the outsourcing team

like that too.

I can't be like Jia Fan,

just barking orders coldly.

Impressed by your boyfriend?

He can even inspire you at work.

You're the best in the world.

Really?

Then give me a kiss.

Sorry to interrupt. Carry on.

Go on.

Don't mind me.

She's gone.

What's wrong?

What's wrong?

Tong.

It's midnight.

You should go get some rest.

I'll grab a cab back to the hotel.

No, I'll wait with you.

Our place is too remote.

You might not be able to get a cab.

Really?

Try calling one.

Pick up from here?

[No cabs available nearby. Please try again later.]

There really aren't any cabs around.

Forget it.

How about this?

The hotel isn't far from here.

I can walk back.

In this downpour?

No big deal.

Hello?

Hello, Tong.

You just rushed out.

Did you bring your keys?

I did.

My boyfriend and I

are waiting in the hallway trying to get a cab.

We can't get one.

Well...

Why doesn't your boyfriend stay here tonight?

Anyway, I have to catch a flight

to Shenzhen at 6 AM tomorrow.

You won't disturb me.

Thanks.

No problem. Fellow grinders

gotta help each other out.

What's up?

Maybe you should just

stay here tonight.

Okay.

Let's go.

Sure.

I'll make a bed on the floor for you.

Go take a shower first.

Okay.

Here's your towel.

Done?

Yeah.

Tong, go shower.

It's late.

I'll go later.

The water heater only has enough hot water for one person.

It's fine.

I'll wait.

If it's like this now,

what about in the winter?

It's okay. It'll get better soon.

Try the bed.

Be careful. Are you okay?

I'm fine.

- I'm fine. - Sorry

you have to stay in this tiny place

when you're used to a big villa.

Say that again and I'll get mad.

Okay, I'll stop.

Tong.

Come on.

Why are you taking photos?

To commemorate our first time living together.

Hey, we're not living together.

You had nowhere to stay, so I let you stay for a night.

I'll send you the photo.

I don't want it.

I'm going to shower.

But the water isn't hot yet.

Can't I

just brush my teeth?

I'm going to sleep.

Good night.

Good night.

Will you be okay on the floor?

Sure.

Then you'll have to put up with it for one night.

Not a problem.

I'll take you to work tomorrow. Sleep now.

Okay.

Tong.

Sleep now.

Tong.

Give me your hands.

Gan Yang.

Why are you sitting on the chair?

I just came back from the bathroom.

Gan Yang.

Are you cold?

A little.

Are there cockroaches or mice?

I forgot to tell you.

That's just how old neighborhoods are.

I keep it clean

but they still come up sometimes.

Did you not sleep all night?

If you apologize again, I'll get mad.

Once I get a raise,

I'll get a better place

where you can sleep soundly.

You're willing to move?

Of course, if I can.

I don't want you to always wait in hallways

and get bitten by mosquitoes.

I'm happy to stay with you,

even with mosquito bites.

Tong.

It's only 5 AM.

Sleep a little longer.

Can you still fall asleep?

♪Long-lost memories come flooding back♪

♪As we searched for love's missing part♪

♪We longed to stay♪

♪Couldn't help but glance back as we parted♪

♪That tenderness we couldn't keep♪

♪Hidden in silence, buried deep♪

♪Someone once gave you heart and soul♪

♪Someone let warm times slip from control♪

♪All the courage from pain was to let go♪

♪And to let you grow♪

♪Someone asks me to forget, whenever thoughts arise♪

♪Someone once stood firm behind me♪

♪Someone risked it all to hold me♪

♪Now lost and found, I'm left here♪

♪Down the roads we raced♪

♪Someone never truly erased every longing space♪